Lincoln writes to John S. Wolfe of Carlinville that he may use his name as reference "if J. M. Palmer says so." Endorsement: John S. Wolfe to Lincoln, [1 June 1859], CW, 3:384.

[On May 30, 1859 Jonathan Haines of Pekin wrote Lincoln letter not received until June 9, 1859. Abraham Lincoln to Jonathan Haines, 9 June 1859, CW, 3:384-85.

Lincoln would have received it by June 3, 1859 had he been in Springfield, where someone charges to Lincoln's account at Diller's Drug Store $2 for "bot. brandy." Day Book, Diller's Drug Store.]

Robert buys 11 pounds of sugar and silk cravat at Smith's. Pratt, Personal Finances, 157.

Willie Lincoln writes Springfield friend, Henry Remann, that he and his father are in Chicago. "This town is a very beautiful place," he says. "Me and father have a nice little room to ourselves. . . . The weather is very fine here." Photocopy.

[That Lincoln's visit to Chicago was unexpected is indicated by affidavit he files June 14, 1859 in Clark v. Jones.

This case is called June 7, 1859 and judgment awarded plaintiff by default. In his affidavit of 14th Lincoln states that he was defendant's attorney and was unexpectedly absent from Springfield June 6, 1859, June 7, 1859, and June 8, 1859. Files.

Lincoln's drug store account is charged for almond extract, and Robert buys six pounds of sugar at Smith's general store. Pratt, Personal Finances, 152, 157.]

Lincoln answers letter from Jonathan Haines: "I do believe it would be better all round to let me surrender both your cases to some lawyer at Chicago. I really can not give them proper attention." Lincoln writes to Ohio Governor Salmon P. Chase regarding the Ohio Republican party's recent convention, where delegates called for a "repeal of the atrocious Fugitive Slave Law." Lincoln notes, "I have no doubt that if that plank be even introduced into the next Republican National convention, it will explode it. Once introduced, its supporters and it's opponents will quarrel irreconcilably. . . . I enter upon no argument one way or the other; but I assure you the cause of Republicanism is hopeless in Illinois, if it be in any way made responsible for that plank." Abraham Lincoln to Jonathan Haines, 9 June 1859, CW, 3:384-85; Abraham Lincoln to Salmon P. Chase, 9 June 1859, CW, 2:384.

In evening the Lincolns entertain. Browning, Diary.

Mrs. Lincoln buys 16 yards of "Grenadine" ($32) and ice cream salt at Smith's store. Pratt, Personal Finances, 157.

Lincoln & Herndon have three cases in U.S. Circuit Court. In Clark v. Jones, in which their client defaulted when case was called June 7, 1859, they enter motion to set aside judgment. In Ryland & Hatch v. Linder & Tremble, in which, as defendant's attorneys, they were ruled to plead by this day, rule is extended to June 13, 1859. In Butler, Cecil, & Rawson v. H. Bell & Co. Lincoln files plea of actio non. Record; Files.

Robert buys six dozen eggs at Smith's. Pratt, Personal Finances, 157.

In U.S. Circuit Court Lincoln is busy with Cochran & Hall v. Camp et al., in which he represents defendant. He takes deposition of Irwin Camp, defendant, and opens and examines deposition of plaintiff's witnesses. Then he moves for continuance, and files affidavit in support of motion. Files.

He deposits $225 in his bank account. Marine Bank Ledger.

Mrs. Lincoln buys cloth and boys' socks at Smith's. Pratt, Personal Finances, 157.

In Ryland & Hatch v. Linder & Tremble, Lincoln files plea of general issue. He files praecipe in Howland v. Peoria & Hannibal RRFiles.

He buys $2 bottle of brandy at his drug store. Day Book, Diller's Drug Store.

Mrs. Lincoln returns pair of socks to Smith's, and buys more cloth. Pratt, Personal Finances, 157.

Lincoln files documents in U.S. Circuit Court: declaration in Howland v. Peoria & Hannibal RR; and, in Clark v. Jones, his own affidavit and that of defendant. Files.

He takes tea at home of Jesse K. Dubois along with Browning, Williams, Grimshaw, and others. Browning, Diary.

In U.S. Circuit Court Lincoln files plaintiff's declaration in Pearl v. McKnight et al.—suit brought to collect on two promissory notes for $250 each. Files.

In Ryland & Hatch v. Linder & Tremble, continued from June 13, 1859, court finds for plaintiffs in sum of $919.72. Record.

Lincoln writes to Nathan Sargent, of Washington, D.C., in response to Sargent's request for Lincoln's opinion regarding slavery and the Republican Party's platform. Lincoln writes, "Your platform proposes to allow the spread, and nationalization of slavery to proceed without let or hindrance, save only that it shall not receive supplies directly from Africa. Surely you do not seriously believe the Republicans can come to any such terms. . . . If the [Democrats] shall be beaten in 1860, it has to be done by the North; no human invention can deprive them of the South." Abraham Lincoln to Nathan Sargent, 23 June 1859, CW, 3:387-88.

Lincoln files praecipe and bond for costs in Allen & McGrady v. Illinois River RR in U.S. Circuit Court. Files.

He writes Dave Walker of Ottawa that prior engagement prevents him attending July 4, 1859 rally. "I am compelled to economise time this year." Abraham Lincoln to Dave Walker, 24 June 1859, CW, 3:388.

Lincoln has two cases in U.S. Circuit Court. Gaylord, Son & Co. v. Lansing & Ostrom, in which he represents plaintiffs, is settled by agreement, plaintiffs consenting that judgment for $1,080.31 be entered against them, and defendants agreeing that execution be stayed six months. In Howland v. Peoria & Hannibal RR, Lincoln argues defendant's demurrer. Record.

Court overrules demurrer in Peoria and Hannibal Railroad case. Lincoln, plaintiff's attorney, dismisses S. C. Davis & Co. v. Mace at his client's costs. Record.

Mrs. Lincoln buys 30½ yards "Lawn" at Smith's. Pratt, Personal Finances, 157.

Lincoln moves that Emmitt v. Barret, before court often during 1858, be dismissed at costs of plaintiff, his client. Record.

Mrs. Lincoln buys handkerchiefs, edging, and needles at Smith's. Pratt, Personal Finances, 157.